What to watch in the cinema this week

The most successful Karate saga of all time returns, following the story of Li Fong, a kung fu prodigy who, after a family tragedy, has to move to New York. He struggles to leave his past behind while trying to fit in with his new classmates. Guided by his kung fu teacher and the legendary Daniel LaRusso, he will learn a new way of fighting by fusing two styles to compete in the greatest martial arts showdown.

Fun Fact: The roles of Li’s two trainers are played by Ralph Macchio (the original star of the franchise) and the legendary Jackie Chan.

Forty years after its original release, this national cinema classic returns to the big screen, starring Antonio Gasalla, Luis Brandoni, China Zorrilla, and a stellar cast. Mama Cora is nearing 80 and facing financial difficulties. Chaos erupts during a family celebration when they must finally decide who will take care of her.

Fun Fact: The last performances of the theatrical version, featuring Campi, Paola Barrientos, Pablo Rago, Ana Katz, and Valeria Lois, can be enjoyed on Calle Corrientes.

A terrifying thriller starring Bill Karsgård and Anthony Hopkins, following a thief who breaks into the wrong car and becomes the prey of its vengeful owner. It turns into a deadly survival game where escaping is an illusion, and justice accelerates faster and faster.

Fun Fact: Directed by David Yarovesky (who played Gothic in Guardians of the Galaxy) and produced by Sam Raimi, director of films like Spider-Man and Doctor Strange.

Thibaut, a renowned international orchestra conductor, travels the world. When he learns that he was adopted, he discovers the existence of a younger brother who works in a school cafeteria and plays trombone in a small band. Everything seems to set them apart, except for their shared love of music.

Fun Fact: Directed by French filmmaker Emmanuel Courcol, known for award-winning films such as Welcome and The Great Heist.

An animated film that has triumphed at international festivals, telling the story of a humble woodcutter and his wife, who, in a deep and freezing forest, struggle against poverty and the war surrounding them. One day, they find an abandoned baby that will change their lives and those of everyone around them forever.

Fun Fact: Directed by French filmmaker Michel Hazanavicius, winner of the Academy Award for Best Director for The Artist.